I like movies so I have signed back for Netflix. Movies make one think and walk in an others shoes - fictional or factual…they extend one’s empathetic moments…and reminds one of the humanity that is around us every day. Some choose movies as a way to escape I choose movies that make me feel “now” even more…
Today I watched Seven Pounds – Without reading any reviews (another bloggers review) or the premise…I knew what was going to happen with this movie. It made me cry realizing the struggle of this character and how much the people he was helping helped him as well. Made me think of Gran Torino – I had no idea what was going to happen in till the last moment and it truly struck me. People have an ability to be selfless and do amazing things for others. Its too bad tragedy spurs this heroism in some.
Reminds me of how precious life and love is. That you need to be present, take care of yourself, your loved ones and recognize the good people that cross your path…
Five People You Meet In Heaven…was another good one….On his birthday, Eddie, a WWII vet who worked at the Ruby Pier amusement park, dies while trying to save a girl who is sitting under a falling ride…he meets five people in heaven who help show him how valuable of a life he lived and how many people he helped…reminds me a bit of It’s a Wonderful Life…sometimes we get so overwhelmed with the day to day we aren’t present enough to realize our lives effect so many people…for better or for worse.
Bruce Weinstein Pd.D wrote a list of question to ask before you go to bed which if answered yes, will ensure a proper sleep:
1. Did I avoid Causing harm?
2. Did I make things better?
3. Did I respect others?
4. Was I fair?
5. Was I loving?
July 6, 2009 at 6:08 pm |
Isn’t that a great movie? Have you seen “21 Grams”?
Dr. Weinstein’s list of questions is some good stuff. I am bad with New Year’s resolutions, but this time that was the only resolution I made. I wanted to be absolutely fair with everyone. I think I am actually achieving it…
I absolutely love your page! I read about your grandpa & totally enjoyed it. Your dad & your grannie’s stories are next.
Have a nice day!